PESHAWAR: Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir has warned that armed forces will not tolerate any more attacks on security inst­a­llations, according to a statement by the military’s media wing.

The army chief, during his visit to the provincial capital on Saturday, said that any further attempt to violate the sanctity and security of military properties will be severely dealt with, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.

Calling May 9 “a Black Day”, the COAS resolved to hold to account the “planners, abettors, instigators and executors” of the acts of vandalism.

“A concerted effort is being made maliciously by inimical elements to target the armed forces,” ISPR said while quoting Gen Munir.

He claimed that information warfare was ongoing to create misconceptions about the army.

“Such nefarious attempts will be foiled with the support of the people of Pakistan,” Gen Munir vowed.

The COAS also visited the corps headquarters where he was given a briefing on the security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism efforts.

In his address to the officers and soldiers, the COAS emphasised the importance of efforts to restore peace and stability.

“We shall continue with our endeavours of peace and stability and there will be no room for spoilers of the process,” he said.

The army chief appreciated the professional competence of the force and hailed the performance and achievements of law enforcement agencies in the ongoing fight against terrorism.

Published in Dawn, May 14th, 2023